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Tango: Full Scores

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Tango: Full Scores

Tango: Full Scores

By Arturs Maskats

Item: 98-EP73400
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The Latvian composer Arturs Maskats wrote his 12-minute Tango for large orchestra comprising triple wind (including saxophones) and brass, an extensive percussion section, harp, celeste, harpsichord, bandoneon and strings. It was performed at the final of the 3rd international symphonic composition competition Masterprize in London in 2003 and has been described as 'seeming to vibrate on a hot pole'.

The focus of the composer's creative life is the theatre: he has written original scores for nearly 100 theatre productions and has also composed scores for films.

This full score (EP 73400) is now available as part of the Peters Baltic Library.

  • Peters Baltic Library is a new series of full scores of orchestral music by contemporary composers from the Baltic States.
  • Published in partnership with the leading music publisher from the region: Musica Baltica.
  • Peters Baltic Library presents a rich selection of compositions that demonstrates both the distinctiveness and the variety of stylistic approaches adopted by the region's most prominent composers.


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Series: Edition Peters
Publisher: Edition Peters
ISBN10: 0-57-701829-9
ISBN13: 979-0-57-701829-4
SKU: 98-EP73400

More about this title

About the Composer: Arturs Maskats

Arturs Maskats is a Latvian composer whose creative output spans orchestral, theatrical, and film music. He has built much of his reputation through original scores for nearly 100 theatre productions, work that has deeply shaped his compositional voice and his ability to craft music that communicates visceral dramatic intent.

Maskats's orchestral writing demonstrates the same theatrical sensibility that defines his stage work. His Tango, performed at the 2003 Masterprize final in London, exemplifies his gift for instrumentation and orchestral color. The work has earned recognition for its distinctive character and the virtuosity demanded of performers across the ensemble.

Why we love this

This is a serious orchestral work with theatrical DNA running through every measure. Maskats knows how to write for large forces without losing focus, and the inclusion of bandoneon, harpsichord, and celeste alongside triple winds and a full percussion section reveals a composer unafraid of bold instrumental choices. Conductors drawn to contemporary scores that demand interpretive commitment and showcase distinctive compositional voice will find this rewarding.

What to expect

The score vibrates with restless energy and sensual intensity. Tango pulses between moments of stark instrumental transparency and lush, layered textures where harp, strings, and percussion create a shimmering sonic landscape. The writing feels inherently theatrical; even in its purely instrumental context, it communicates dramatic narrative and emotional heat.

Who it's for

Orchestras and conductors seeking substantial contemporary repertoire that combines theatrical expressiveness with sophisticated orchestration. This work suits orchestras comfortable with extended instrumental palettes and intermediate to advanced ensembles ready to tackle the technical and interpretive demands of contemporary composition.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the harpsichord and celeste as textural color rather than harmonic foundation; they should shimmer rather than anchor the harmony
  • Work the bandoneon soloist closely with the conductor on phrasing and rubato; the instrument's expressive nature requires clear collaboration on timing and dynamic shape
  • Give the extensive percussion section detailed rehearsal time on cues and ensemble precision; the complexity of the scoring demands that every strike lands with intention
  • Allow the full 12-minute arc to breathe; resist rushing section transitions and trust the orchestration to carry momentum through quieter passages

How to use it

This work makes a compelling centerpiece for a contemporary orchestra concert, particularly one exploring music from Baltic composers or featuring theatrical approaches to orchestration. It pairs well with other 20th and 21st-century works that embrace rich instrumentation, and its 12-minute duration fits comfortably into mixed concert formats.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading complex orchestral scores with extended instrumental palettes (bandoneon, celeste, harpsichord, harp)
  • Balancing transparent textures across diverse timbres and registral ranges
  • Interpreting contemporary notational practices and dynamic subtlety
  • Ensemble precision and cue awareness in rhythmically intricate passages
  • Sustaining musical line and momentum across lengthy forms

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